Paralegal (Remote)

Overview:

The Fort Lauderdale office of Kaufman Dolowich, a leading full-service national law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join the team.

 

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and resolution. The ideal candidate will possess a strong litigation background, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

We offer remote work flexibility, and candidates must have experience with the Florida jurisdiction.

 

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work closely with attorneys to develop legal arguments, motions, and other case filings
• Utilize existing files and research tools to support case development
• Draft and respond to discovery, including Requests for Production, Interrogatories, Notices for Discovery and Inspection, and Requests for Admissions
• Assist with drafting motions and legal documents, including Motions to Strike, Continuances, Proposed Orders, Requests for Judicial Notice, and Evidentiary Objections
• Manage e-filing in state, federal, and appellate courts; ensure compliance with local rules
• Process deposition transcripts and coordinate discovery materials
• Prepare trial and arbitration binders, exhibits, timelines, and demonstratives
• Review and manage document production, including redactions and Bates stamping
• Draft routine legal correspondence and case-related documentation
• Conduct legal research using tools such as Westlaw
• Process HIPAA authorizations and obtain medical records; review and summarize records to support case strategy
• Maintain organized case files, calendars, and deadlines
• Support additional firm and office initiatives as needed

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Paralegal certificate required
• 3+ years of litigation experience required
• Experience with e-filing systems and federal filing
• Experience with Medical Chronologies
• Insurance Defense, or Insurance Coverage experience preferred
• Proficiency in legal technology, including NetDocuments (NetDocs), Westlaw, and Microsoft Office
• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining a collaborative mindset

 

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?

• Competitive compensation packages along with performance and billable hour-based bonus programs
• Fully remote work environment
• Comprehensive benefits offerings
• Uncapped professional development opportunities
• Dynamic, team-oriented, on-site working environment with open communication and support

 

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.